Jalapeño Curry Turkey Burgers
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4 burgers
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Calories
216 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course, Lunch, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Jalapeño Curry Turkey Burgers
Description
Jalapeño Curry Turkey Burgers feature ground turkey blended with fresh garlic, chopped jalapeño, cilantro, coconut sugar, and a selection of spices including turmeric, cumin, and yellow curry powder. The mixture forms patties that are grilled until cooked through and juicy. Complementing the burgers is a vibrant slaw made from shredded carrot, cabbage, green onion, and cilantro, tossed with apple cider vinegar, toasted sesame oil, and maple syrup for balanced sweetness and acidity. A creamy tahini sauce infused with lemon juice, garlic, curry spices, and a hint of cayenne adds a rich, tangy finish.
The combination of the spiced turkey, refreshing slaw, and flavorful sauce creates a multi-dimensional taste and texture experience. The cooking method emphasizes grilling to achieve a slightly charred exterior with a tender interior. These burgers can be served on whole grain or gluten-free buns with the slaw and sauce layered on top.
Notes emphasize flexibility with jalapeño heat levels and encourage referring to original tips for customizing spiciness and storage suggestions. The recipe blends savory, spicy, and citrus components suitable for a satisfying homemade burger meal.
Ingredients
- For the burgers:
- 1 pound ground turkey 94% lean
- 3 cloves garlic finely minced
- 1 jalapeño finely diced; seeds included or excluded based on preference
- ¼ cup cilantro finely chopped
- 1/2 tablespoon coconut sugar
- ½ teaspoon Turmeric ground
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon yellow curry powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- black pepper freshly ground
- For the sauce:
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
- 1 clove garlic finely minced
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup pure, to sweeten
- 1/2 teaspoon yellow curry powder
- ½ tablespoon ginger freshly grated
- 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric ground
- Pinch cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- black pepper freshly ground
- 1-2 tablespoons water warm; to thin sauce as necessary
- For the slaw:
- 1/2 cup carrot shredded
- 1/2 cup cabbage shredded; red preferred or green cabbage
- 2 tablespoons green onion chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil toasted
- 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup
- salt freshly ground
- black pepper freshly ground
- To serve:
- 4 hamburger buns whole grain or gluten free; seedy
Instructions
- Make the slaw while the chicken is cooking: In a medium bowl combine carrots, cabbage, cilantro, green onion, apple cider vinegar, sesame oil, maple syrup, and salt and pepper. Place in the fridge to marinate while you make and cook the burgers.
- In a large bowl, add the lean ground turkey, garlic, jalapeno, cilantro, coconut sugar, turmeric, cumin, yellow curry powder, salt and pepper. Mix together with clean hands and form 4 large patties, about 1/3 inch thick. Sprinkle patties with a little more salt and pepper.
- Preheat grill to medium high heat or about 400 degrees. Lightly oil grill grate.
- Place burgers on the grill and cook for 5 minutes per side or until completely cooked and no longer pink. A meat thermometer should reach 165 degrees F.
- While the burgers are cooking you can make the curry sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the tahini, lemon juice, garlic, maple syrup, yellow curry powder, ginger, turmeric, cayenne pepper and salt and pepper. Add a little water to thin, about a teaspoon at a time, if necessary.
- Place each patty on a bun, then drizzle with a little sauce and top with the slaw and remaining bun. Enjoy. Makes 4 burgers.
Notes
- Adjust jalapeño seeds to control the burger's spiciness according to your preference.
- For best texture and flavor, cook patties to an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Chill the slaw for enhanced flavor before serving.
- Refer to the full recipe post for storage, freezing, and customization tips.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4burgers
Amount Per Serving
Calories 216 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1burger with curry sauce (no bun) | |
| Calories | 216cal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 23.7g | 47% |
| Fat | 12.2g | 19% |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1g | 16% |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 5% |
| Sugar | 0.6g | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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